how to use pellon ultra weft interfacing
judyhouston
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I recently purchased Pellon Ultra Weft interfacing. I have never used it before. The bolt says it does not require preshrinking which always makes me apprehensive. I want to use it on Vogue V2915 a Koos Van Den Aken jacket which calls for 60′ wide fusible knit interfacing. This only comes in 20″ wide and I don’t see a problem there but am concerned about the ‘no preshrinking necessary’ part and how to properly fuse as it came with no instructions.
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You can call Pellon's 800 number and get more info. My info shows that the Ultra Weft is 85% Rayon, 15 poly, "for tailoring medium weight jackets and coats. Creates a soft handle. For fabrics such as crepe, wool and wool blends. Dry clean only." Consider the weight of your fabric--if it's too thin you'll get "hairs" on the fabric face from the glue, I guess. Cut a 6" sqaure of fabric, same of the weft and fuse using the "wool" setting, steam or a lightly misted press cloth, and downward pressure for 10-12 seconds. "The effects of heat and pressure melts the glue resins. Do not glide the iron back and forth, but use a lift-and-press motion. Turn the piece over and using a press cloth, repeat on the right side of the fabric." I'd add to use a clock to measure your time!
FYI, French Fuse is a brand of fusible knit tricot that is 60 inches wide--a very good product. Our local fabric stores have greatly decreased the variety of interfacings they carry. I have found that Wal-Mart and Hobbly Lobby both carry the HTC brands (my favorite) and I've found some ebay stores carry interfacings.
Thank you so much. What a beautifully informative reply! I have heard from others that HTC was the best but never woulda thunk to find them at Hobby Lobby or Walmart. Very much appreciate your advice. j
I read somewhere in a sewing/pressing book, or article that before the press and lift phase that fusible interfacings should have steady steam applied from a position of at least 3" - 4" above it. I don't like fusible interfacings, but I tried this technique, including what is written in this particular post and it worked just fine. As far as the no pre-shrinking necessary, I think I would pre-shrink anyway.
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